Software and connectivity drive growth in building systems market

Software and connectivity solutions are now the primary growth engine in the global building automation and control systems market, outpacing spending on traditional hardware such as sensors, actuators and controllers. Cloud platforms, API integration, remote monitoring and predictive analytics are reshaping how organisations manage HVAC, lighting, access and energy systems. The shift reflects broader demand for real-time visibility, remote operation and data-driven facilities management.

For fleet and service businesses, the same connectivity trend is transforming vehicle and asset management. Telematics, remote diagnostics, predictive maintenance and digital driver checks all rely on connected data platforms that mirror what is happening in smart buildings. Companies that have invested in connected facilities systems are often better placed to adopt fleet telematics and integrate vehicle data with wider operational dashboards, creating a single source of truth for transport, energy and property.

Organisations should ensure that new systems use open standards and APIs, avoiding vendor lock-in and making it easier to consolidate data across vehicles, buildings and mobile workers. Look for platforms that can scale as your fleet or estate grows, and budget for ongoing software licensing, updates and support. Data governance and cyber-security policies must cover connected vehicles and IoT devices, not just back-office IT.

Bluepoppy helps clients make sense of connected fleet data, from telematics and fuel cards to charge-point usage and driver behaviour. Our reporting brings together data from multiple sources in plain English, so you can see what is working, what is costing money and where to focus next. If you are investing in digital building systems or fleet connectivity, talk to us about joining up the data in a way that supports better decisions and lower costs.

Bluepoppy view: Connected data drives smarter decisions—join up fleet, energy and facilities systems for a single view of performance.

Source: FMJ — summarised and written from a Bluepoppy perspective. We don’t reproduce the original article.